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That’s pretty much it as far as I know. It should all be in IC 35-47. There could be local ordinances covering knives though, since chapter 11 seems to only cover guns.
Indiana
* Summary: Generally OK.
* Max length: None apparent.
* Specifically illegal: automatics & throwing stars.
* Relevant laws: Statutes mentioning “knife”
2000 revision (current as of 8/13/2005
IC 35-47-5-2
Knife with blade that opens automatically or may be propelled
Sec. 2. It is a Class B misdemeanor for a person to manufacture, possess, display, offer, sell, lend, give away, or purchase any knife with a blade that:
(1) opens automatically; or
(2) may be propelled;
by hand pressure applied to a button, device containing gas, spring, or other device in the handle of the knife.
As added by P.L.311-1983, SEC.32. Amended by P.L.70-2000, SEC.2.
IC 35-47-5-12
“Chinese throwing star” defined; related offenses
Sec. 12. (a) A person who:
(1) manufactures;
(2) causes to be manufactured;
(3) imports into Indiana;
(4) keeps for sale;
(5) offers or exposes for sale; or
(6) gives, lends, or possesses;
a Chinese throwing star commits a Class C misdemeanor.
(b) As used in this section, “Chinese throwing star” means a throwing-knife, throwing-iron, or other knife-like weapon with blades set at different angles.
As added by P.L.318-1985, SEC.2.
Knife laws Online
you have to register first tho.
As far as I can tell (I’mNotALawyer!), the one-hand openers with a projection on the blade itself are okay — some of the Kershaws have a projection of the blade back out the back of the knife and an “over-center” arrangement that helps open the blade without violating the switchblade laws. Others have a stud or loop on the other side, which are trickier to open.
They are kind of a compromise between a “scary” fixed-blade sheath knife and a more conventional, semi-concealed folding knife
Not a Hoosier, but here’s a site worth bookmarking. Check his credentials, they’re impressive. And don’t forget to look up the case law. Save you some heartaches.
http://www.knife-expert.com/links.htm